The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast

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Monthly podcast featuring Mark Leveridge's observations and opinions on the magic world... more

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The podcast currently has 108 episodes available.

The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast episodes:

November 30, 2024The Dec 2024/Jan 2025 Mark Leveridge Podcast
the gradual demise of the British Ring Convention considered*
the elements that go to make up a show fee level
should you only perform tricks that you like?
the benefits of both live and Zoom lectures
details of the latest E-Club Pro Select releases
the day I met Tommy Cooper
why it's difficult to do more than just fool spectators with magic
how to encourage bookings from businesses
*Since publishing this podcast it has been brought to my attention that the British Ring will be having a convention in 2025, details of which will be released when finalised. It is likely to be a one day event. I would like to apologise to the British Ring committee and members for inadvertently misleading listeners, my information having come from a trusted source
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46min
September 30, 2024The Oct/Nov 2024 Mark Leveridge Podcast
Why it's OK to be a hobbyist magician
defining magic the Dan Harlan way
distractions are the enemy of magical progress
if it can go wrong, it will!
the variety of magic offered by E-Club Pro Select
making sense of magic props
memories of Junior Showtime from 1969
where to get access to some interesting blog newsletters
assessing the best way to learn magic
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46min
July 31, 2024The Aug/Sept 2024 Mark Leveridge Podcast
Should a performer ever offer a fee refund?
Wayne Slater's book Staged is worth a read
how to increase your magical creativity
the day only four people turned up at a strolling gig
how having your act on YouTube can be detrimental for live work
three common table hopping mistakes
the mystery of how spectators view us as performers
why do magicians have to prove themselves?
understanding how to take the 'sting' out of magic
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46min
May 31, 2024The June/July 2024 Mark Leveridge Podcast
discussing just what magic really is
the allure and draw of 4Fs in the United States
how social media can make huge money for some magicians
the importance of using spectators' names
introducing the E-Club Pro Gold Pass
adapting to your changing magical needs and aims
the trust issues inherent in trick review comments
the reduction in attendance numbers at many live magic events is a concern
the art of keeping the attention of distracted spectators
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46min
March 31, 2024The Apr/May 2024 Mark Leveridge Podcast
Considering the potential impact of ChatGPT on magic content creation
why most magic competitions do not create a level playing field
when honesty does not always seem to be the best policy
the Brendan Rodrigues Blackpool vlog captures the essence of the convention
are the days where one magician dominates the general public's attention now gone?
Jim Sisti reveals how to keep your magic reputation in tact
MLM Select routines highlighted
kids' show performers need control over their audience before they can entertain
the joy of sharing magic ideas in a trusted group
a practical commercial use for quick eye candy magic
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46min
January 31, 2024The Feb/Mar 2024 Mark Leveridge Podcast
reflections on The Session 2024 convention
why strolling and table hopping magicians should be more happy with their 'lot'
working out the method for a new trick is not the hardest part
how to identify if you have any verbal tics and why you need to get rid of them
'confusion isn't magic' - taking a look at the truth behind Vernon's sage remark
how to avoid putting right what isn't actually wrong!
is your show marketing speaking to the right people?
making your act consistent with your performing personality
the fine line with truth in marketed trick publicity
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46min
November 30, 2023 The Dec 23/Jan 24 Mark Leveridge Podcast
why trick hype is not just marketing
the challenge of stopping mobile spectators in order to entertain them
the joy that is Totterdown Tricky Thursdays
dealing with the dreaded "look kids, here's the magician for you"
Andy and Preston Nyman, putting the fun back into magic
news on the third volume in the Four-midable Magic Series
how to get the benefits of post show analysis
why Jay Fortune's Dream Maker's Manifesto could be useful for you
how to deal with loud background music when working tables
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46min
September 30, 2023The Oct/Nov 2023 Mark Leveridge Podcast
new Magic Circle president Marvin Berglas could be the right person to re-focus the club and its aims
Richard Young re-ignites the flame under the Magicians' Podcast
some fun definitions of what magic actually is
how restricting the kid show space can be beneficial
the increase in magic pay-per-view websites
do we all have a personal ceiling for our magic improvement?
reflecting on the huge changes in magic show marketing
ageism can affect how people view you as a magician
so much to gain from reading magic books
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46min
July 31, 2023The Aug/Sept 2023 Mark Leveridge Podcast
the Magic Circle looks at its degree system
it's not more tricks we need, but better info about how to present the ones we've got
has hyperbole in show publicity gone a bit too far?
volume 2 of the Four-midable Magic Series is released
the reasons why magicians are often impressed by tricks which lay people may dismiss
listen to a fun story from the It Could Only Happen Live archive
UK currency is so poor for magic use
for the first time, a podcast competition!
show enquiries, where speed of response matters
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46min
May 31, 2023The June/July 2023 Mark Leveridge Podcast
why I travel 3000 miles to attend a magic convention
attention to detail brings its rewards in trick creation
the importance of rhythm and pacing with moves
wise words from Jon Armstrong
avoiding performing on auto pilot is key with repetitive performing
how books on tricks can be unexpectedly inspiring
replies to three interesting questions posed at the Commercial Close Up Refresher Zoom Session
beware of misunderstanding definitions of amateur and professional
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46min

FAQs about The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast:

How many episodes does The Mark Leveridge Magic Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 108 episodes available.